In my fantasy world, mornings would be calm…a time for soft music and happy chatter. Ideally, I would get up before the kids, sit down to a nice cup of coffee, catch up on the days news (aka Twitter, Facebook, Instagram) and make a delicious breakfast for all to share.
Instead, most mornings I find myself being jostled awake by one of my eager, early morning riser kids. Following such awakening, I tiredly go into each kids room and chatter off the laundry list of things that need to be done before school: Go potty, brush your teeth, change your clothes, make your beds, put your pj’s in the laundry, get your backpacks ready, put on your shoes, get your jackets, fill your water bottles and eat your breakfast. I then, make an attempt to take a shower and look presentable and come out of my room only to discover my kids still sitting in their room, none of the things I rattled off for them to do, done. My voice gets louder, and again, I go through what needs to be done so we can get to school on time. Lucky me… on most days I get to repeat this mantra 16 gazillion times.
On the rare full moon, when the stars all align, I get my wish and boy do I savor those mornings as if they were my last. Peace, happiness and full bellies. Who can ask for anything more?
We recently had one of those mornings, and to keep the mood in tact, I decided to make something special for breakfast. Eggnog French Toast, which would have been even more indulgent with my Eggnog Syrup recipe, adorned the table. Looking around my table at the happy smiles and feeling the sense of peace, I knew to be so thankful for this rare moment of everything working the way it’s supposed to. It doesn’t happen often, but I certainly do treasure it when it does.
Recipe: Eggnog French Toast
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups commercially prepared eggnog full fat version
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon butter
- 12 slices Texas Toast
Instructions
- In a large, shallow bowl, whisk together the eggnog, eggs, cinnamon and vanilla.
- Heat a skillet to medium low. Melt butter, coating entire skillet.
- Dip one slice of bread at a time into the eggnog mixture, being sure to coat each side of the bread thoroughly. Allow excess to drip off back into the bowl.
- Place the prepared bread slices into the preheated skillet, and cook, turning once, until golden brown on each side.
- Serve warm with powdered sugar, maple syrup or creamy eggnog syrup.
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
Yes, now your syrup is complete!!
bridget {bake at 350} says
You are DETERMINED to make me fatter, aren’t you?!? 😉
Rosa says
Exquisite! That is something I could eat every day.
Cheers,
Rosa
Pat Wogan says
I have often said that if I had recorded “that” speech when my oldest was little, I would have saved lots of wear and tear on my voice. AND I imagined the children would have paid just about as much attention. Your breakfast looks delicious, but I think confectioner’s sugar is a great topping for french toast…..and funnel cakes.
Brenda says
Thank you – what a perfect picture! I’m making this for our Thanksgiving breakfast!
Christopher Campbell says
That’s a great idea! If you have a greet day, why spoil it by depriving yourself of a good treat. A little indulgence wouldn’t be that too bad, right?
Amy says
Yum! I think we should get together just to eat breakfast like this and sit peacefully to chat, don’t cha think?
SMITH BITES says
you are such a good mom Kristen, and your kids are going to have happy, happy memories for sure
Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says
I’ll take a slice. Or many more.
It looks awesome!
Kathy - Panini Happy says
Oh yum! I love this. You know I still make your buttermilk syrup every now and then too – love that stuff!
Julie @ Table for Two says
What a great picture and a simple way to make breakfast yummy! 🙂 Have a great thanksgiving! 🙂
Brian @ A Thought For Food says
What a stunning breakfast! I can’t think of a more comforting breakfast than French toast… and the inclusion of eggnog is just magical.
Gina says
Oh yum- I had Kevin pick up some Texas toast to make french toast this weekend. Now we will jazz it up a bit with this recipe! Have a great holiday Kristen!
TidyMom says
My belly thanks you…………my thighs don’t!
French toast is my favorite breakfast food! this looks fantastic!
Lisa [With Style and Grace] says
This sounds delicious! Hope you have a wonderful, love filled Thanksgiving! So grateful to have you as a friend. Cheers!
Amy @ slice o matic says
Beautiful presentation. Perfect for breakfast or a desert. Happy Thanksgiving!
Hopie says
Mmmm, I love egg nog. I love French toast. I’m definitely going to have to try this when I go back to the US for the holidays. I’m glad you do get your perfect morning, even if it’s only once in a while 🙂
Sanjeeta kk says
Would love to make your eggnog syrup this weekend with my pancakes… the french toast looks like a perfect breakfast on a Sunday morning!
Christine @ Oatmeal in my Bowl says
Oh! such deliciousness soaked up in that bread. What a great family breakfast. Mine happened to be a Starbuck’s Cafe Misto with 2 pumps classic syrup. I think it would have paired well if I came over for breakfast. 😉
Simone says
Ah yes those peaceful and rare moments. We don’t have kids so it’s different but still those days are hard to find here too. Live the eggnog French toast. Yum!
John Box says
Nice. I have made this Eggnog French Toast 3 times now, and they still taste marvellous. Will be making them again tomorrow.
Sophia says
Thank you for sharing your experience and your breakfast tips. All the foods seem to be so delicious and I love them :D. Also I would try it in one of my peace morning. 😀
Deborah says
Oh, how I also wish for calm mornings! This French toast would be a great way to take advantage of any quiet morning!
Jennifer @ Mother Thyme says
What a fantastic idea of incorporating egg nog in to french toast! This look delicious and I look forward to trying this during the holidays.
david@kidssleepingbags says
Look tasty, I will try it out
Barbara says
What a fabulous idea, Kristin! Never thought of using eggnog to douse the bread and I’m going to try this ASAP. The kids will love it!
Lisa at Dishes of Mrs. Fish says
How festive! 🙂 What a great holiday treat!
Nancy/SpicieFoodie says
What hectic mornings but I’m glad that you get a nice relaxing one now and then. This breakfast surely is a great way of enjoying those mornings. My hubby loves eggnog so I know he’ll love both your french toast and syrup 🙂
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Marina {YummyMummyKitchen.com} says
This is SUCH a gorgeous plate of holiday deliciousness! I was trying to think of new ways to use eggnog. I came up with eggnog creme brulee, but I think this french toast is a better idea 🙂
Jamie | My Baking Addiction says
As much as I would like to get myself out of bed so I have enough time to prepare breakfast, that pretty much never happens. I’m lucky to have enough time for a cup of coffee! This French Toast looks absolutely perfect, Kristen!
Katie @Epicurean Mom says
Oh my!! This is Ah-mazing, and definitely our next family weekend breakfast!! Mmmmmm!!
roofing matthews nc says
Yummm this looks absolutely delish! Perfect for the holidays. Thanks for sharing!
Lachelle says
How decadent sounding, I will fix this for Christmas brunch.
Pam says
Love french toast and love eggnog, so this sounds great.